Beginner's Mind Zen Center

08/12/2026

Recent talk by Jane

Jane talks about how there is an intensity that comes up sometimes ...

08/12/2026

Recent talk by Chris

Chris explores the topic of Makyo -- Demons' Cave -- and explains h...

08/12/2026

Recent talk by Shōsan Victoria Austin

We were honored to hear this talk by Shōsan Victoria Austin, in whi...

07/22/2026

Please visit our YouTube channel for the full talk (and many others!)

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07/12/2026

New talk up on our YouTube channel, "The One Thing (maybe not amoebas)" by Anshi Zachary Smith

Check the comments for the link

04/22/2026

“Because earth, grass, trees, walls, tiles, and pebbles in the world of phenomena in the ten directions all engage in buddha activity, those who receive the benefits of the wind and water are inconceivably helped by the buddha's transformation, splendid and unthinkable, and intimately manifest enlightenment.”

Happy Earth Day!

(Photo from Green Gulch)

04/01/2026

Along with expressions of concern and care from the community, we know there are questions about how the zendo fire will impact plans and programs at Tassajara this summer season. We have updated our blog with the latest information: bit.ly/3OcTat5

03/30/2026

Funeral Ceremony for David Chadwick

Green Gulch Farm
Sunday, April 12, 3:00–6:00 pm

Green Gulch Farm will host a funeral ceremony for David Chadwick on Sunday, April 12 at 3:00 pm. The ceremony will take place in the zendo and will also be live-streamed. Please let us know you are coming by registering at the link below.

Learn More: bit.ly/4tfDVhQ